New England Patriots' Head Coach Bill Belichick Offers Important Update on Quarterback Matt Corral After His Disappearance Spanning Several Days
The New England Patriots' quarterback, Bill Belichick, has offered a concise yet vital update regarding quarterback Matt Corral.
According to FOX Sports' AFC East reporter, Henry McKenna, information from a source indicates that Corral has departed from the team for reasons that remain undisclosed. While the source mentioned the possibility of it being related to "mental health," specific details regarding Corral's absence are not currently available. It's worth noting that Corral has previously spoken openly about his battles with alcoholism and mental health, intensifying concerns for his well-being after news broke that he was no longer with the Patriots.
For the time being, it seems that the Patriots have chosen to keep the details surrounding Corral's absence confidential, a decision that is both understandable and reasonable.
Corral, who was selected in the third round (94th overall) by the Carolina Panthers in 2022, unfortunately, missed his entire rookie year due to a Lisfranc injury. The Panthers waived Corral earlier this offseason, and the Patriots subsequently acquired him.
Currently occupying the third spot on New England's quarterback depth chart, Corral sits behind the starter, Mac Jones, and fellow 2022 draftee Bailey Zappe.
The Patriots faced a 25-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in their season opener on Sunday. They will seek to avoid a 0-2 start as they host their AFC East rival, the Miami Dolphins, this coming Sunday.
